This mixer uses a totally different mechanism to knead dough. Instead of a dough hook that spins around, this mixer has a roller and scraper off to the side of the bowl which kneads the dough. I would think that the dough would get a more thorough mixing and kneading this way.

The Electrolux Magic Mill DLX Assistent has been a Swedish secret for over 50 years. An exceptionally strong dough mixer, the Electrolux DLX has an impeccable reputation for long term reliability and quality results whether you're mixing a cake, whipping a meringue, or baking ten loaves of fresh, light, scrumptious bread.

The Magic Mill DLX Assistent mixer creates smooth, silky, elastic dough quickly and easily with its unique roller and scraper design. This method effectively mimics kneading by hand, minus the time and effort. As the stainless bowl revolves, the deeply fluted roller of the Magic Mill DLX acts as your fingers, with the scraper mimicking the palm of your hand. The Magic Mill scraper folds the dough with a rhythmic motion while the roller provides a powerful massaging action. Dough comes out smooth and elastic, in large or small batches. Any speed from 40 to 140 RPM can be selected, and an electronic speed sensor automatically adjusts motor torque to the load. A timer is standard equipment, so the Magic Mill DLX will do its work while you do other tasks, stopping when you want it to. The control panel is angled for comfortable use, and the large, backlit timer and speed controls are attractive and easy to read.

The large 8 quart stainless steel bowl of the Magic Mill holds up to 28 cups of flour (7 lbs.), to make approximately 15 lbs. of bread dough (7-10 loaves). The efficient, high-torque 450 watt motor runs smoothly and quietly; coupled with an advanced transmission design, it providing ample power to mix and knead even the largest batch of heavy bread dough without straining. The Magic Mill was given its nickname, "The Workhorse Mixer" not by its manufacturer Electrolux, but by users who praise this powerful kitchen helper that's such a pleasure to use.

The Magic Mill's whisk beater bowl (the white bowl in illustration above) will create beautiful meringues, beating to to 18 egg whites (or as few as one) with excellent results. You can also cream butter, margarine and shortening with sugar to the creamiest texture for all your cookie needs. When white bowl is used, it is stationary (unlike the stainless bowl, which turns during use), and the whisks drive from below via a center column in the bowl (the white bowl is shaped something like a bunt cake.) This arrangement provides total access to the top of the Magic Mill bowl, with no overhead motor drive in the way. The beater bowl is sold separately by Magic Mill, but we include it with your mixer at no additional charge.

The Magic Mill DLX mixer measures 13.5"H x 10.5"W x 15.7"D, weighs only 19 lbs. with stainless bowl. It sits firmly on solid rubber feet, and will not walk on the countertop during use. It comes with a 3 year manufacturers warranty on the power unit, 1 year on other parts.

The biggest difference between dense, heavy baked goods and the delightfully textured products you want to enjoy is proper development of the gluten in the dough. The Magic Mill kitchen mixer is unexcelled in its ability to turn out fantastic dough. With the array of available accessories displayed below, it offers a myriad of exciting dimensions to your cooking experience. The Magic Mill DLX is a lifetime investment.

Nancy

I have the DLX and have made small batches with no problem. I replaced a 5 qt. KitchenAid and can't believe the difference. The DLX just keeps on working with no straining, even on large batches. I use the roller/scraper for small bread batches and the dough hook for large bread batches.

You'll never believe this, but I paid only $99.99 for mine when they went on sale at Building 19 in Boston. Mine is the MagicMill, which they were closing out because of the name change to Electolux. I called my sister who lives there and she bought six for me, herself and friends. What a deal, huh?

Nancy

I have only used the roller for pizza dough, as my recipe for pizza dough only calls for 4 1/2 cups flour and I usually only make a single batch. I generally use the dough hook for my large bread batches. I have a honey wheat recipe that calls for 12 cups of whole wheat and white flours. The dough hook works great for that.

The Electrolux Magic Mill DLX Assistent has been a Swedish secret for over 50 years.

Well, for the purist, this is not true.... actually, it was a Danish factory founded in 1930, who invented the machine. One has been trustfully working in my parents home since the mid fifties, and is still as good as new.